News from Grand Valley State University

From Alabama to Michigan: Two programs help new teacher thrive in classroom

Charles Ball '26 said the HBCU/HSI Consortium and West Michigan Teacher Collaborative supported his journey.

Oct 26, 2026


President Mantella leans over table to shake hands with Henry Ford College President David M. Knezek. A GVSU College of Computing vertical banner is in the background

GVSU, Henry Ford College sign first transfer agreement with 17 options for in-demand career pathways

The pathways allow for seamless transfer to bachelor's degrees in the College of Computing.

Oct 25, 2026

President Philomena V. Mantella shares a laugh with Trustee Susan Jandernoa during the Board of Trustees meeting on October 23 in Detroit.

Grand Valley launches Computing+X

GVSU will introduce five bachelor’s degrees in fall 2027 that prepare students for integrating computing and emerging technologies with the fields of health care, mathematics, business and the liberal arts.

Oct 23, 2026


No. 16 Lakers look to rebound against Saginaw Valley

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Oct 22, 2026


GVSU's Sustainable Agriculture Project and Military and Veterans Resource Center partner to provide fresh produce to veterans and military-connected community

Throughout the fall, the SAP delivered vegetables to the MVRC on Wednesdays and offered them free to any students, faculty, or staff with military connections. Scherer said the produce was typically gone a couple of days after the delivery.

Oct 21, 2026


No. 13 Lakers set for showdown with No. 1 Ferris State

Grand Valley holds a 32-25-1 edge in the all-time series, but Ferris has won nine of the last 12 meetings.

Oct 15, 2026


GVSU survey: West Michigan economy marks ninth month of growth

Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business, said his monthly survey of the region’s purchasing managers continues to demonstrate the resiliency of the West Michigan economy.

Oct 12, 2026


GVSU Community celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month at third annual celebration

The event included dance and vocal performances, a talent show, dinner provided by local caterers and more.

Oct 9, 2026



GVSU corpse flower is blooming; public invited to experience unique plant

The Barbara Kindschi Greenhouse will open to visitors from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Oct. 15 and Oct. 16.

Oct 9, 2026